Heartware recalls specific HVAD Controller adapters (product numbers 1425AU-1430US) due to potential port damage from cable misalignment. Affected users should contact Heartware for details.
There is the potential for the Controller power cables (AC Adapter, DC Adapter, and Battery cables), HVAD Alarm Adapter, and HVAD Monitor data cables to cause damage to the HVAD Controller ports when inserting the cables into the Controller ports, due to wear from misalignment of the cables to the port.
Heartware is recalling certain HVAD Controller adapters that may cause port damage if cables are misaligned. This could lead to device malfunction or injury if not corrected.
The adapters' cables can wear out the HVAD Controller ports if misaligned during insertion. This misalignment may cause port damage, potentially leading to device malfunction or injury.
Users of Medtronic HVAD devices with the recalled adapters (product numbers 1425AU through 1430US) are affected. Patients with implanted heart devices are most at risk.
Check for product numbers starting with 1425AU, 1425CA, 1425DE, 1425GB, 1425IL, 1425IT, 1425US, 1430AR, 1430AU, 1430CA, 1430CH, 1430DE, 1430GB, 1430IL, 1430IN, 1430IT, 1430JP, or 1430US on the adapters. These adapters are sold with Medtronic HVAD devices.
Reach out to Heartware directly for specific guidance on the recalled adapters and next steps.
The recall does not require immediate stop use; contact Heartware for instructions.
Product numbers 1425AU through 1430US (specifically listed in the recall notice).
Check the product number on the adapter; affected units have numbers starting with 1425AU, 1425CA, 1425DE, 1425GB, 1425IL, 1425IT, 1425US, 1430AR, 1430AU, 1430CA, 1430CH, 1430DE, 1430GB, 1430IL, 1430IN, 1430IT, 1430JP, or 1430US.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Heartware to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1337-2021 — Heartware Heartware Hello, I own a Heartware that is covered by recall Z-1337-2021 from Heartware. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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